Imagine diving into a bowl of luxuriously creamy pasta that tastes like it was crafted by a professional chef, but can be prepared in your own kitchen in less time than it takes to order takeout. This Instant Pot Roasted Red Pepper Pasta is about to revolutionize your weeknight dinner routine, combining the rich, smoky flavors of roasted peppers with a velvety Parmesan cream sauce that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this incredibly easy yet absolutely stunning Italian-inspired dish!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 jar roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the roasted red peppers and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Sauté function. Add a small amount of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the drained roasted red peppers to the Instant Pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine with the garlic.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the peppers and garlic. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the uncooked pasta to the Instant Pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid. Do not stir too much to prevent pasta from sticking.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on Manual/Pressure Cook mode for 4-5 minutes, depending on pasta type.
- Once cooking completes, do a quick release of the pressure.
- Open the lid and stir the pasta. If sauce seems too thick, add a little pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
- Let the pasta rest for 2-3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken slightly before serving.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan, fresh basil, or red pepper flakes if desired.
Tips
- Pat the roasted red peppers dry thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from diluting the sauce.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic during sautéing - 30-45 seconds is all you need for maximum flavor.
- When adding pasta, ensure it's mostly submerged in liquid but avoid over-stirring to prevent sticking.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on pasta type, so adjust 4-5 minutes accordingly.
- If the sauce seems too thick, use pasta water to thin it out and create the perfect consistency.
- Let the pasta rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the sauce to thicken naturally.
- Experiment with garnishes like fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or extra Parmesan for added flavor and presentation.
- For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 495kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 14g
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 90mg
